10 Great Camping Snacks

By Jessica Sanders

After a long day of hiking, there's nothing better than a great snack to refuel your exhausted body. But, instead of turning to a bag of chips or another s'more, consider indulging in one of these great camping snacks. From classics to homemade treats, there's something for everyone.

Ants On a Log

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As a childhood staple, this is a crowd-pleaser. With a little peanut butter, a handful of raisins and a few stalks of celery you'll be enjoying a great snack in no time.

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Trail Mix Cereal Bar

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Your trail mix bars need to be prepped beforehand, and can easily be taken on the go. While there are hundreds of cereal bar recipes out there, we recommend combining brown sugar, oats, peanut butter, your favorite cereal, dark chocolate pieces and a pinch of salt.

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Fire Roasted Cheese and Cracker Sandwiches

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Cheese and crackers are a great snack anywhere, but you can't always heat them over an open flame. Place your cheese and cracker sandwiches on a pan and set it on the fire. Flip once and soon you have a tasty and unique snack.

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Beef Jerky

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Easy to pack and even easier to eat, a few pieces of beef jerky are just what the adventurous hiker needs to refuel. This lightweight snack packs protein, but watch for sodium and ingredients such as MSG. Find an all-natural brand that provides protein and healthy fat without all the rest.

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Seasonal Fruit Salad

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Take advantage of seasonal fruit for a summer camping snack. Not only is it fresher, but often times less expensive. Summer fruit options include: cherries, strawberries, watermelon, papaya, blackberries and honeydew.

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Homemade Popcorn

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Bring popcorn kernels, a pot and a lid for this classic camping snack. Put butter or oil in the bottom of your pan, and a small scoop of kernels—you only need to cover the bottom of the pan to yield a full pot of cooked popcorn. Once the popping starts, shake the pan with the lid on for about four minutes until all the kernels stop popping. Top with salt, pepper, cinnamon, or whatever seasoning you prefer.

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